Spiced Pumpkin Dream

This Spiced Pumpkin Dream cocktail is a festive and creamy blend of pumpkin eggnog and your choice of bourbon, brandy, rum, or whiskey. The rich flavors of pumpkin, vanilla, and warm spices are beautifully complemented by the chosen spirit, creating a delightful indulgence for the holiday season. Topped with freshly grated nutmeg, this cocktail is a perfect way to celebrate with family and friends.

Spiced Pumpkin Dream

Indulge in the rich and creamy Spiced Pumpkin Dream cocktail featuring pumpkin eggnog and your choice of bourbon, brandy, rum, or whiskey, topped with freshly grated nutmeg.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 oz bourbon, brandy, rum, or whiskey
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin eggnog
  • Freshly grated nutmeg

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine egg yolks, 1/4 cup cream, 1/4 cup milk, and sugar. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly until the mixture coats a spoon, but do not let it boil.
  2. Strain the mixture into a pitcher, then stir in the remaining 1/2 cup cream, 3/8 cup milk, pumpkin, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice.
  3. Place the pitcher in a large bowl of ice water and stir for 2 minutes. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 24 hours.
  4. When ready to serve, pour 3/4 cup of the pumpkin eggnog into a glass, add 1.5 oz of the chosen spirit, and stir gently.
  5. Top with freshly grated nutmeg before serving.